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SAY 1986 Boa 64 PacE 436 Administrator Wright cautioned that once we clear the land, we will need to maintain it. Director Davis explained that staff has advertised for a engineering consultant for the drainage study of Vero Lake Estates, but did not recommend that any of those monies that are set aside for that study be spent on this project. Chairman Scurlock felt that some of that money could be allocated towards clearing once the consultant's report comes in and work begins, because some of that work would involve clearing, cleaning, etc. Commissioner Bowman understood that some of the culverts have been removed and are lying right there in the street and they can't get their vehicles into the ditches. Director Davis reported that they have looked at that situation and there are a few culverts that need to be restored. Mr. Van Auken has added that to his list of projects. Commissioner Wodtke wanted to see us get together with the Forestry Division to see what can be done on an emergency basis to be sure that the property is protected. He felt that we should go ahead and put in a few fire breaks as soon as possible. Commissioner Lyons agreed that we certainly are not in any position to clear 70 miles of road and 100 miles of easements. Jerry Peeler, President of Vero Lakes Estates Fire Department, explained that the main problem is the ditches running behind their homes. These were last mowed in 1979 and have trees growing in them. He felt that if these could be cleared, it would provide a fire break to the homes and then the homeowners could maintain them. He emphasized that the road right-of-ways always have been mowed. Chairman Scurlock felt the best thing we could do is direct Director Davis to work with Mr. Peeler to develop a schedule on exactly what we can handle with respect to available time and staff. 36